Hydrogen Production
Dr James Courtney, lecturer in Chemical Engineering at Swansea University and lead for the GW-SHIFT theme Hydrogen Production, shares more about this exciting opportunity for the region and the different ways to produce hydrogen.
Right now, we have the opportunity to use technology to avoid a catastrophic climate change event. The use of hydrogen and its associated technologies is key to this opportunity. The UK, the South West of England and the South Wales region can use local geographical advantages to provide a prosperous and exciting future. Particularly exciting is the prospect of developing hydrogen production across the area, with new links, new business, and new understanding, harnessing the potential on our doorstep.
World-leading experts across the region, from the Universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, Plymouth, South Wales and Swansea, have combined with civic leaders and cutting-edge industrial champions to form GW-SHIFT, focussed on delivering specific, long-term and effective impact across the area. The hydrogen economy is underpinned by the technologies, systems and companies that will produce hydrogen. A key advantage to the use of hydrogen is that there is a multitude of ways to produce it, from the electrolysis of water to the conversion of waste biomass.
One focus is on the delivery of green electrolytic hydrogen, offering a link between the incredible renewable resources available and a reliable energy system. GW-SHIFT aims to enhance these links and innovations with match-funded industry projects or secondments across industries and sectors.
The role of critical materials across the hydrogen value chain, and particularly their role in hydrogen production, is a significant personal interest. The supercluster will advance new products and services, giving the opportunity to explore the role of recycling and the circular economy, leading to a truly sustainable and prosperous region.
There are many ways to get involved with GW-SHIFT, from participating in high-impact projects to receiving entrepreneurship training. Please look out for future information and if you have any particular questions related to hydrogen Production, please contact myself or the team.
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